May 2004
The U.S. Released Two Palestinian Diplomats from Abu Ghraib - 2004-05-31
The U.S. has released two Palestinian diplomats from Abu Ghraib prison after a year of detention. The diplomats were arrested in May 2003, and while…
Saudi Arabia: 22 Killed in al-Khobar Incident - 2004-05-31
In a terrorist siege in al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia, 22 people, mostly foreign civilians, were killed. The siege ended with a military intervention, resulting in one…
Arrest of 9 Democracy Supporters in Burma - 2004-05-31
Nine young members of the National League for Democracy in Burma were arrested for distributing leaflets advocating for Aung San Suu Kyi's freedom. This peaceful…
The Hostage Crisis in Khobar Ends with the Arrest of the Kidnappers
A hostage crisis in Khobar, Saudi Arabia, involving fifty foreign nationals taken by Islamic extremists, ended with a military assault resulting in nine deaths and…
Arrest of Elders in the Border Area with Afghanistan by Pakistani Security Officials - 2004-05-30
Pakistani security officials have arrested local elders for not adhering to an agreement to identify and disarm foreign militants linked to Al-Qaeda. The arrests occurred…
Washington Newspapers May 29, 2004
An earthquake struck Iran, and a significant individual involved in the trafficking of nuclear information from a Pakistani network was arrested. This incident highlights ongoing…
Abu Hamza al-Masri Arrested by British Police on Thursday Morning - 2004-05-28
Abu Hamza al-Masri, an extremist cleric, was arrested by British police and faces charges related to terrorism, including aiding in a hostage crisis and establishing…
Three Killed in Lebanon Protests - 2004-05-28
Three individuals were killed during protests in Lebanon after soldiers opened fire on demonstrators opposing government economic policies. In response, protesters set the Ministry of…
Malaysian Police Arrest Key Suspect in Nuclear Material Smuggling Network
Malaysian police have arrested Bohari Syed Abu Tahir, a Sri Lankan businessman, for his involvement in a nuclear smuggling network linked to Pakistan's nuclear program.…
One Killed and 30 Injured in Karachi Car Bomb Explosions - 2004-05-27
Two car bomb explosions in Karachi resulted in one death and 30 injuries, with police suspecting Islamist militants. The attacks occurred shortly after the arrest…
Three Protesters Killed During Demonstrations in Beirut - 2004-05-27
Three protesters were killed during demonstrations in Beirut against the government's economic policies, specifically rising gasoline prices. The protests were sparked by a call from…
Connection of One of the Suspects Arrested in Japan to an Al-Qaeda Member - 2004-05-27
Five men were arrested in Japan, including Mohammad Himo, who had frequent phone conversations with an Al-Qaeda member, Lionne Dumont. This raises concerns about potential…
Abu Hamza al-Masri Arrested by British Police - 2004-05-27
Abu Hamza al-Masri, a radical Muslim cleric, was arrested by British police and is facing charges in the U.S. for aiding terrorist activities, including a…
Coalition and Muqtada al-Sadr Agree to Withdraw Their Forces from Najaf - 2004-05-27
The U.S.-led coalition and Muqtada al-Sadr have agreed to suspend military operations in Najaf, following negotiations aimed at ending weeks of conflict. This agreement marks…
Protesters Set Fire to the Ministry of Employment and Labor Building in Beirut - 2004-05-27
In Beirut, protesters reacted violently after soldiers killed three demonstrators during an anti-government protest, setting fire to the Ministry of Employment and Labor building. The…
Senior Assistant of Muqtada al-Sadr Arrested During Night Attacks in Najaf - 2004-05-26
A senior assistant to Muqtada al-Sadr was arrested during U.S. military operations in Najaf, linked to past violence. The incident highlights ongoing tensions and violence…
4 People Arrested in Connection with Bomb Explosion at Busy Mosque in Bangladesh - 2004-05-22
A bomb exploded at a mosque in Sylhet, Bangladesh during Friday prayers, killing three and injuring many, including the British ambassador. Four people have been…
French Police Arrest an Iranian Man in Marseille - 2004-05-21
French police arrested an Iranian man in Marseille after finding weapons and explosives in his apartment. The man's identity remains undisclosed, and authorities are investigating…
Arrest of Two Suspected Islamic Militants in Pakistan - 2004-05-21
Two suspected Islamic militants were arrested in Karachi, Pakistan, with a large cache of explosives linked to the Global Mujahideen Movement. This follows the recent…
Report Shahid: Arrest of Hossein Ghorbani in Southern France - 2004-05-21
Hossein Ghorbani was arrested in Marseille, Southern France, where authorities found weapons and ammunition in his home. This incident raises concerns about potential links to…
Three Cuban Dissidents Sentenced to Three Years in Prison
Three Cuban dissidents were sentenced to three years in prison for discussing human rights. The U.S. State Department condemned the sentences, stating their only crime…
Israel Continues Military Operations in Rafah Refugee Camp Despite International Condemnation - 2004-05-20
Israel is conducting military operations in the Rafah refugee camp, resulting in significant casualties among Palestinians, despite international condemnation. The Israeli army aims to eliminate…
Arrest of a Lebanese Man Accused of Assisting an Islamic Militant Group - 2004-05-20
A Lebanese man, Fouzi Mustafa Aasi, was arrested in the U.S. after returning from Lebanon, where he had fled to escape charges of aiding an…
At least 20 Palestinians killed and dozens injured
A military assault by Israel on the Rafah refugee camp has resulted in at least 20 Palestinian deaths and numerous injuries. Palestinian leaders condemned the…
First Military Court for One of Seven Soldiers Accused of Mistreating Iraqi Prisoners - 2004-05-19
The first military court session for an American soldier accused of mistreating Iraqi prisoners is underway in Baghdad, with Jeremy Sivits expected to plead guilty.…
At least 23 Palestinians killed by Israeli helicopter and tank fire - 2004-05-19
On May 19, 2004, Israeli helicopter and tank fire resulted in the deaths of at least 23 Palestinians during a protest in southern Gaza. The…
Arrest of a Senior Official from an Islamic Extremist Group by Chadian Rebels - 2004-05-18
Chadian rebels have arrested Amari Sifi, a senior official of an Islamic extremist group linked to the kidnapping of European tourists. This arrest follows an…
Statement by Amnesty International Regarding Torture by Thai Police and Army - 2004-05-18
Amnesty International has demanded an independent investigation into allegations of excessive force, extrajudicial killings, and torture by Thai security forces against insurgents in southern Thailand.…
Paul Bremer: Despite Terrorists' Efforts, Transfer of Sovereignty to the People of Iraq Will Occur
Paul Bremer announced that the transfer of sovereignty to Iraqis will happen on June 30, despite terrorist efforts to disrupt it. This statement was made…
Constitution Review Assembly Representatives in Burma Meet for the Third Time Today - 2004-05-18
Representatives of the Constitution Review Assembly in Burma are meeting for the third time to draft a new constitution, despite a boycott from opposition figures.…
Formation of Myanmar Constitutional Convention Despite Boycott by Two Major Opposition Parties - 2004-05-17
Myanmar's military is proceeding with a Constitutional Convention despite the boycott by key opposition parties, including the National League for Democracy led by Aung San…
Constitution Drafting Assembly Opened by Military Government in Burma - 2004-05-17
The military government in Burma has opened a Constitution Drafting Assembly despite a boycott from pro-democracy groups. Aung San Suu Kyi, the leader of the…
Israel has begun military operations in the southern Gaza Strip - 2004-05-17
Israel has initiated military operations in southern Gaza to expand its buffer zone and separate Rafah from other Palestinian areas, causing local residents to flee.…
An American Soldier Killed in Southern Afghanistan - 2004-05-16
An American soldier was killed in an attack in Helmand province, Afghanistan, with two others injured. Afghan security forces have detained several suspects related to…
Wole Soyinka, Nigerian Writer and Nobel Laureate, Briefly Detained During Anti-Government Protests
Wole Soyinka was briefly detained during anti-government protests in Nigeria, where demonstrators criticized President Olusegun Obasanjo's regime for allegedly becoming dictatorial. The protests reflect growing…
A Chinese National Residing in the U.S. Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Illegal Entry and Espionage in China - 2004-05-14
Mr. Jianli, a Chinese national living in the U.S., was sentenced to five years in prison for illegally entering China and espionage. He aimed to…
CIA: Al-Zarqawi Likely the Executioner of American Nicholas Berg - 2004-05-14
The CIA has identified Abu Musab al-Zarqawi as likely responsible for the beheading of American Nicholas Berg. The Berg family blames U.S. officials for his…
Open Letter from Two British Muslims Recently Released from Guantanamo Prison - 2004-05-14
Two British Muslims, Shafiq Rasul and Asif Iqbal, released from Guantanamo, allege they were tortured similarly to Iraqi prisoners at Abu Ghraib. They addressed their…
Report by Nazanin Ansari: Arrest of Female Revolutionary Guard Major and a Colonel and the Risk of Their Execution - 2004-05-14
Female Revolutionary Guard Major Zahra Jamali and Colonel Kazem Bagheri have been arrested, facing the imminent threat of execution. This situation highlights the severe consequences…
Under the Microscope: Pressure on Muqtada al-Sadr, Donald Rumsfeld's Visit to Iraq, and Recent Arrests in Iran - 2004-05-14
The article discusses the increasing pressure on Iraqi cleric Muqtada al-Sadr amid U.S. military actions, highlights Donald Rumsfeld's visit to Iraq to assess the situation,…
Bush: There is no justification for the beheading of Nicholas Berg in Iraq
President Bush condemned the beheading of American civilian Nicholas Berg in Iraq, asserting there is no justification for the act. The Berg family blames government…
A French Lawyer Files Lawsuit Against Britain for Prisoners Detained in Iraq
French lawyer Jacques Vergès is filing a lawsuit against Britain on behalf of families of Iraqi prisoners detained by coalition forces, citing torture and mistreatment.…
Pakistan Expects the U.S. to Release About 20 Pakistanis from Guantanamo Bay Prison
Pakistan anticipates the release of approximately 20 Pakistani detainees from Guantanamo Bay by the U.S. government. Major General Javad Iqbal Chima confirmed that these individuals…
Arrest of 4 Suspects in Thailand - 2004-05-12
Four suspects have been arrested in Thailand for their involvement in coordinated attacks on police and military facilities in April. The arrests come amid ongoing…
Nicholas Berg's Family Holds U.S. Government Indirectly Responsible for His Death in Iraq - 2004-05-12
Nicholas Berg's family blames the U.S. government for indirectly causing his death in Iraq due to his detention and forced stay. They argue that if…
Kuwait Calls for the Release of 12 Kuwaiti Citizens Detained at the US Guantanamo Bay Facility in Cuba
Kuwait is demanding the release of 12 of its citizens detained at Guantanamo Bay, asserting they face no charges. A Kuwaiti delegation is set to…
51 Arrested in Saqqez on International Workers' Day - 2004-05-11
On International Workers' Day, 51 people were arrested in Saqqez during a celebration. Some were released earlier, while the rest are expected to be freed…
Clashes on Saturday Between American Soldiers and Mahdi Army - 2004-05-09
On Saturday, clashes erupted between American and British forces and the Mahdi Army in several Iraqi cities, resulting in multiple casualties. The fighting escalated in…
Meeting of Senior Members of the Burmese Democracy Party with Aung San Suu Kyi - 2004-05-09
Senior members of the Burmese Democracy Party met with Aung San Suu Kyi to discuss the party's participation in an upcoming constitutional review assembly. They…
Chechen President and Six Others Killed in Bomb Explosion in Grozny - 2004-05-09
Ahmad Kadyrov, the pro-Russian President of Chechnya, was killed in a bomb explosion in Grozny along with six others. The attack is attributed to Muslim…
Five Suspects with Alleged Ties to Al-Qaeda Network Arrested in Italy
Five Tunisians and Algerians were arrested in Florence, Italy, for allegedly recruiting volunteers for suicide bombings in Iraq. They are linked to the illegal group…
In separate incidents in Baghdad, 19 Iraqi insurgents, and 9 civilians and Iraqi police killed - 2004-05-09
In Baghdad, 19 Iraqi insurgents and 9 civilians, including police, were killed in separate incidents. The violence included a bomb explosion in a market and…
Spanish Police Arrest Moroccan Man in Connection with Passenger Train Bombings
Spanish police arrested a Moroccan man linked to the March 11 train bombings in Madrid. This arrest is part of a broader investigation into the…
U.S. Forces in Iraq Arrest at Least Three Aides of Muqtada al-Sadr
U.S. forces arrested three aides of Muqtada al-Sadr after his militants attacked British troops in Basra. This escalation highlights ongoing tensions between U.S. and allied…
FBI Arrests American Lawyer as Witness in Madrid Bombings - 2004-05-07
The FBI has arrested Brandon Mayfield, an American lawyer, as a witness in the Madrid bombings that killed 191 people. Spanish authorities suspect Moroccan Islamic…
Several More Suspects Arrested in Connection with Bomb Blast in Pakistan
Several suspects have been arrested following a bomb blast in Gwadar, Pakistan, which killed three Chinese engineers. The attack highlights security concerns for Chinese workers…
Turkish Court Charges 9 Bombing Suspects - 2004-05-04
A Turkish court has charged 9 suspects linked to a bombing plot against the NATO summit in Istanbul. They are believed to be members of…
Pakistani Authorities Arrest 13 Men in Connection with Bomb Blast
Pakistani authorities have arrested 13 men linked to a bomb blast that killed 3 Chinese engineers and injured 9 others. The incident occurred in Gwadar,…
Imam of a Mosque in Paris Managed a Terrorist Group
Midhat Guler, a Turkish-born imam in Paris, was arrested for allegedly managing a terrorist group. He has requested political asylum following his arrest. His family…
Arrest of 25 Islamic Militants in Turkey - 2004-05-03
Turkish police arrested 25 Islamic militants planning a bombing at the upcoming NATO summit in Istanbul. The arrests included 16 suspects in Bursa and 9…
Interview with Dr. Mehrdad Darvishpour Regarding the Bloody Clashes in Baluchistan - 2004-05-03
A violent clash in Saravan, Baluchistan, resulted in over 20 protesters and 2 police officers dead, with hundreds arrested. Dr. Mehrdad Darvishpour analyzes the incident's…
Several People, Including Two Americans, Killed in Shooting Inside a Business Organization in Saudi Arabia
In a shooting incident in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, several individuals, including two Americans, were killed by armed assailants. The U.S. Embassy confirmed the casualties, and…
Pakistani Security Officials Release 78 Local Elders
Pakistani security forces released 78 local elders previously detained during clashes with militants in South Waziristan. This release follows the assurance given to militants regarding…